Peer-to-Peer College Mentorship

College guidance,
paid forward.

"Because someone helped you too."

Pear Guide connects students with near-peer mentors who just walked the path β€” real guidance from people who actually get it, completely free.

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Free
Always free for students
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+Vol. Hours
Mentors earn verified volunteer hours
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1-on-1
Personalized sessions, your schedule

The Process

Simple, structured,
and actually helpful.

01

Sign Up & Match

Register your interest below. Once we launch, you'll be matched based on your college interests, background, and goals.

02

Book Sessions

Schedule 1-on-1 sessions with your mentor. Chat about essays, SAT prep, school lists, financial aid β€” whatever you need.

03

Pass It Forward

Students gain insider guidance. Mentors earn volunteer hours and leadership experience. The knowledge keeps moving.

Two Paths, One Community

Whether you're applying or advising,
there's a place for you.

For Students

Get Guided

Navigating college applications is overwhelming. Get matched with a mentor who applied to similar schools and knows exactly what committees look for.

  • βœ“1-on-1 sessions with near-peer mentors
  • βœ“Help with essays, applications & school lists
  • βœ“Test prep, interview prep & financial aid Q&A
  • βœ“100% free, always
For Mentors

Give Back & Grow

You made it through the admissions gauntlet. Share what you wish you'd known β€” and earn verified volunteer hours while doing it.

  • βœ“Earn verified volunteer hours per session
  • βœ“Build leadership experience for your rΓ©sumΓ©
  • βœ“Flexible scheduling around your classes
  • βœ“Official certification of mentorship hours
Early Access

Be first in the door. We're building this for you.

We're collecting registrations before launch. Drop your details β€” we'll reach out when we go live with your personalized match.

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Your info stays private. No spam, ever.
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We'll only contact you about Pear Guide.
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First registrants get priority matching at launch.
Register Your Interest
Takes under 2 minutes Β· Click chips to select all that apply.
What do you need help with? * (select all that apply)
College essays & personal statement
Building my college list
SAT / ACT test prep
Financial aid & scholarships
Extracurriculars & activities
Interview prep
International student process
General guidance β€” just starting
Preferred session format * (select all that apply)
Video call (Zoom / Meet)
Text / chat
No preference
What can you help students with? * (select all that apply)
College essays
School selection & lists
Test prep strategy
Financial aid advice
STEM & research activities
Arts & humanities focus
International student process
Interview coaching
General college life Q&A
Schools you can guide about * (select all that apply)
Ivy League / T-10
Liberal arts colleges
Turkish universities
UK universities
Pakistani universities (LUMS, NUST…)
Canadian universities
Monthly availability * (pick one)
1–3 hrs / month
4–6 hrs / month
7–10 hrs / month
10+ hrs / month
How did you hear about us? * (select all that apply)
LinkedIn
Friend / Word of mouth
Instagram
Reddit
WhatsApp group
Other
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